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MyNorthwest Staff

State superintendant unveils plan to expand dual-language education programs to all of Washington

State Superintendent Chris Reykdal announced Aug. 25 that he would be looking to expand dual-language education programs across Washington state in a push to build bilingualism in the state. 
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Sam Campbell

Bystanders stop two separate attempted child kidnappings

Two separate kidnappings were narrowly avoided on Tuesday in under two hours when bystanders intervened, Seattle police said in a press release.
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Darren Dedo

Homeless man accused of murdering pedestrian with rebar misses court date

His attorney asked for a competency hearing after he was deemed incompetent to stand trial on assault charges in April.
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Washington ferry ridership at highest since start of pandemic

As people start to plan for the busy Labor Day holiday weekend, Washington State Ferries announced Wednesday that ferry ridership has reached its highest levels since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Darren Dedo

The Crime Blotter: Armed DUI suspect sideswiped a car, crashed into front yard, tried to run

Darren Dedo reports on overnight crime on the morning of Aug. 29.
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Dalton Day

Seattle mayor breaks silence on KTTH exclusive, calls homelessness authority ‘one tool of many’

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell is looking to reduce funds to the King County Regional Homelessness Authority.
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MyNorthwest Staff

Relative of man killed by Tacoma Police told officers the victim wanted to ‘shoot police’

The Pierce County Force Investigation Team is looking into an officer-involved shooting that happened Aug. 28, when a suspect died after firing at police.  
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MyNorthwest Staff

Vandalism at West Seattle Starbucks leaves some residents shaken up

A man was arrested Monday morning for vandalizing a West Seattle Starbucks, smashing windows, and throwing furniture around.
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Sam Campbell

Seattle Schools teachers rally for higher wages ahead of strike vote

At least 50 SPS teachers rally for a better contract with Seattle Public Schools (SPS) outside Arbor Heights Elementary.
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MyNorthwest Staff

KIRO Newsradio Headlines: Transnational drug-trafficking leader pleads guilty in Seattle court

The KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk brings you its top stories on the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 31.
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MyNorthwest Staff

Sea-Tac confirms 12th day of 90+ degree weather, tying 2015 record

Thursday, the heat will back off a few degrees, but it will remain in the 80s for South Seattle.
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KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

KIRO Newsradio Headlines: Marysville schools face significant budget cuts as year starts

The KIRO Newsradio newsdesk brings you its top stories on the afternoon of Tuesday, Aug. 30.
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Micki Gamez

Sharing the road with school buses again

School buses are now equipped with cameras and if you are caught breaking the law, it could mean a hefty ticket slapped on your driving record.
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MyNorthwest Staff

Social housing initiative makes February special election ballot

The group advocating for public social housing with Initiative 135 announced that they now have enough signatures to get on the special elections ballot in February.
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MyNorthwest Staff

Half of Seattle homes failed to sell for initial asking price in July

More than 15% of home sellers dropped their asking price in every major U.S. metro.
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MyNorthwest Staff

I-5 project responsible for major weekend closures reaches halfway point

Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has announced that they have completed construction on half of the expansion joints on I-5.
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Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News

Good News: Everett couple finds dog after pup stolen in running car

A 1-year-old puppy who was stolen in a car that was stolen on Aug. 20, has been safely found in Skagit County on Monday.
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MyNorthwest Staff

SPS’ teacher union authorizes strike vote as it ‘actively bargains’ with district

The union representing the teachers of SPS has authorized a strike vote as it bargains for improved working conditions.
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Darren Dedo

The Crime Blotter: Domestic violence suspect in North Seattle fires gun at officers

Darren Dedo reports on overnight crime on the morning of Aug. 29.
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MyNorthwest Staff

Port Angeles teachers authorize strike ahead of Sept. 1 school start date

The Port Angeles Education Association has voted to strike over its new contract with the Port Angeles Public Schools.
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Colleen West, KIRO 7 News

Cocoon-like patient device to be tested during emergency drills

People living in east Jefferson County will see increased activity by emergency vehicles next month during exercises to test a new medical device.
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Chris Sullivan

A deep dive on the final stages of repair to the West Seattle Bridge

Load testing is one of the final steps to perform before the West Seattle Bridge can reopen to traffic.
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Darren Dedo

Spree of Ballard bank heists land alleged serial thief with 3 felony charges

King County prosecutors have charged a Seattle man with three felony counts of robbery in the first degree.
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MyNorthwest Staff

Overnight shooting on Aurora Ave. leaves 1 dead, 1 injured

The Seattle Police Department is investigating a deadly north Seattle shooting that left one dead and one injured in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
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